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Daniel Lester

Jonesboro,AR

Summary

Highly motivated individual with 8+ years experience working with children and adults with disabilities. Very adaptable with a great communication and organizational sills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Intervention Specialist

Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
  • Help developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and families, fostering open communication regarding behavioral concerns and progress towards goals.
  • Promoted a school-wide culture of positive behavior support by modeling respectful communication, active listening, and empathy in all interactions with students, staff, and families.
  • Implemented social skills groups to promote peer-to-peer connections and enhance students'' interpersonal abilities.
  • Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
  • Supported teachers in developing classroom management techniques that fostered a positive, inclusive learning environment.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops for school staff on topics related to behavior management, de-escalation techniques, and trauma-informed practices.
  • Assist schools with home visits.
  • Create Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.

Direct Support Professional

Network Of Community Options
05.2018 - Current
  • Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Help individuals with every life strategies.
  • Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
  • Assist clients in Special Olympics and train them for specific events.
  • Work daily with clients to help with their social communication skills.
  • Take clients to events in the community and get them involved in any way.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2017 - 08.2019
  • Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
  • Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
  • Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
  • Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Behavior Technician

Jonesboro AR Kids Academy
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop and modify individualized treatment plans.
  • Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
  • Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Arkansas State University
State University, AR
05.2019

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Strategy Development
  • Family engagement
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Networking
  • Documentation And Reporting

Certification

  • Professional Crisis Management Association Instructor, PCMA, Inc. - July 2019 - Present
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Behavior Intervention Specialist

Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2019 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Network Of Community Options
05.2018 - Current

Special Education Paraprofessional

Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2017 - 08.2019

Behavior Technician

Jonesboro AR Kids Academy
08.2016 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Arkansas State University

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